upper

Example Sentences

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Chip maker Nvidia —the world’s largest company—is testing the upper bounds of its recent monthslong range.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Police eventually cleared the show, but Dead City had the upper hand.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

The ranks of the upper middle class are expanding.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

"It is also the case that the current instability in the Gulf is creating inflationary pressures which mean the upper end of our 2030 forecast is now even higher."

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

“Half a mile to the gate,” he said, covering his broken tooth with his upper lip so the wind couldn’t get at it.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith